2006 Volkswagen Passat vs. 2008 Alpina B3
To start off, 2008 Alpina B3 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Volkswagen Passat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Volkswagen Passat would be higher. At 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Alpina B3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Alpina B3 weights approximately 266 kg more than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Alpina B3 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Alpina B3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Volkswagen Passat, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2008 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Volkswagen Passat. 2008 Alpina B3 has automatic transmission and 2006 Volkswagen Passat has manual transmission. 2006 Volkswagen Passat will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Alpina B3 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Volkswagen Passat | 2008 Alpina B3 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Alpina |
| Model | Passat | B3 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1968 cc | 3346 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.5 mm | 93.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 264 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.8 seconds | 5.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1354 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.9 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |
